Mathusala
TextsWhat is the meaning of Mathusala in the Bible?
The Greek form Matusalath appears in Luke 3:37 as an ancestor of Jesus, representing a textual variant of the Hebrew name Methuselah.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this variant aids in understanding textual transmission and the specific genealogical tradition preserved in the Lukan account.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Mathusala functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Mathusala in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Mathusala clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Luke 3:37
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Mathusala." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/mathusala/